10 Best Camera Stabilizers 2019 – Buyer’s Guide

November 25, 2018 By Davide Shun

In modern society, people’s life is becoming more and more rich and colorful. Now a day, people like to share various video programs such as live broadcast, video, street shows. People also like to keep the wonderful moments and share anything new happening around them with everyone.What do you need to do to create a classy video frame? Probably you already have a high-end Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) camera. But probably you don’t have a stable video frame and without that, it’s pointless to record videos. That’s why you need a best camera stabilizers which can help you to get a stable video frame.

There are a lot of camera stabilizers available in the market. We are actually dazzled by the marketing of various handheld camera stabilizer manufacturers. After all what kind of handheld camera stabilizers should we choose?

We recommend these top 10 best camera stabilizers which are really worth buying:

HD-2000 camera stabilizers from Glidecam are really excellent. It can shoot incredibly smooth and beautiful video even in extreme situations like running up and down stairs or traveling over rugged terrain. And when it comes to normal shooting, like walking or moving the camera slowly around someone, the results are equally magical.

Each HD Series camera stabilizer’s offset, foam cushioned, handle grip is attached to a free floating, triaxial gimbal. This allows your hand to move up and down, thereby bypassing your hand’s unwanted motions from the camera. This kind of feature alleviates the bouncing, pogo type action often associated with motion photography. This design feature, combined with the overall improved inertia system in the HD Series, produces superior stabilization when compared with other competitors.

Glidecam products compared with other brands of handheld camera stabilizers, the triaxial balance technology patented by Glidecam is the biggest advantage. The multidimensional movable joint consisting of the cardan shaft and the handle is the core of the stabilizer. This technology patented by Glidecam keeps their stabilizers ahead from all other similar products available in the market.

Note:

When the stabilizer is adjusted to the horizon and if rotated more than 360°, HD-2000 camera stabilizer may tilt.but after much practice .

The Neewer 60cm Handheld Stabilizer is a lightweight camera stabilizing system. It can take cameras weighing up to 6.6lbs. This compact handheld camera stabilizer takes away the need for tripods or dolly’s, giving videographers the ability to create smooth videos while the camera is in motion.

It features a camera platform with both x and y adjustments, and multiple mount holes for various camera positions. The basic plate contains four weights to balance your camera on the stabilizer. Based on the photographers need, these can be added or removed. The weights are fastened on the weight plate with 1/4″ and 3/8″ screw.

This lightweight handheld camera stabilizer is created for SLR cameras weighing up to 2.7 kilograms (Kg). It can be mounted on a tripod or dolly giving videographers the ability to record smooth videos while the camera is in motion.

Note:

Before balancing, You should make sure camera is configured exactly the way it will be used when shooting i.e. the battery, SD card, filters, mics, etc. must be in place before balancing. Besides, changing the setting of the zoom lens will also throw off the balance.

Nebula 4200 Pro 3 axes Gyroscope camera stabilizer belongs to the Nebula 4200 series. It’s the world’s first 5-axes Gyroscope camera stabilizer. It can bear cameras weighing up to 1.6 Kilograms (Kg) and supports most of SLR cameras as well as all kind of mirrorless cameras.

It’s having 32-bit double sensor controller and configurable for two-handed and single-handed operation. It can be widely used in films, TV, micro films, feature films, documentaries, Music Videos (MV) and other fields.

From the using experience, Nebula 4200 Pro is extremely convenient to assemble and handle. The handling feel, battery life and other aspects of this excellent Camera stabilizer make people satisfied. The overall performance is very worthy of recognition.

Note:

Beginners are recommended to do more research before purchasing.It does require repeated debug.

DJI Ronin-M 3-axis camera gimbal stabilizer is mainly used by professional filmmakers. This camera stabilizer uses all in one integrated design. It weighs only 2.3 Kilograms (Kg), compared to the load bearing stabilizers is considered extremely lightweight. It can be installed within only 5 minutes. The balance adjustment design makes it easy to carry, significantly reduces the preparation time before shooting and greatly enhance the shooting efficiency.

This kind of gimbal stabilizer is mainly used in professional video shooting field, all in one integrated design. Even having 2.3 Kilograms (Kg) of body weight can achieve very steady shot which can be said quite good.

Although the 1K (US dollars)price has crossed the price of other load bearing stabilizers available in the market, the difference in stabilizing effects is evenly worthy of the price difference. It can be installed within only 5 minutes. The balance adjustment design makes it easy to carry, significantly reduces the preparation time before shooting. Fits with 3 different kinds of holding methods. No matter it’s in an open area, lifted on a high-speed car, a lean or narrow space, using DJI Ronin-M 3 axis camera gimbal stabilizer, the videographer can get a very stable video frame and at the same time can greatly enhance the shooting efficiency.

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There is something about Ronin-M camera gimbal stabilizer that must be pointed out. After shooting in a relatively larger scale of the environment, the lens will upward which affects the shooting angle. Fortunately, restarting the power supply can solve this kind of problem. Users of this handheld camera stabilizer are recommended to restart it after every shoot or recalibrate the gimbal stabilizer using the Ronin-M app.

This camera stabilizer is exquisitely crafted, seamless joints between the parts. Crane-M is very small in size and weight. Compared to 950g and 400mm Crane, Crane-M weighs only 740g whereas 340mm in height. The lightweight design results in a decrease in load.

Zhiyun Crane-M is a quasi-professional handheld camera stabilizer. Most of the camera models available in the market are mountable on this camera stabilizer gimbal. It not only filled the gap between smartphone and mirrorless camera, at the same time finding a balance in between body weight and mountable load.

Note:

This camera stabilizer only can be used within the scope of its load-bearing(Minimum 125g Maximum 650g)

Feiyu MG-Lite mirrorless camera stabilizer is the regular upgraded version of Feiyu MG mirrorless camera stabilizer. It is quickly installable and adjustable. Easily portable in a backpack. MG-Lite mirrorless camera stabilizer uses an algorithm developed by Feiyu which has solved tuning parameter problem. All cameras and matching lenses within rated payload can be turned on with one button without any tuning parameter.

A regulator has been designed on Feiyu MG-Lite that can adjust the arm distance from the motor arm. The integrated design without increasing the size of the stabilizer solved the center of gravity adjustment without any tools. Finally, it’s time to say goodbye to screwdriver and allen wrench.

Being a totally new kind of product, ensuring the functions are qualified; a number of new technology has been added to Feiyu MG-Lite. Although there are still some shortcomings, it is believed that manufacturer will make improvements. This camera stabilizer is suitable for mirrorless or SLR camera shutterbugs, consumers with a higher demand for videography also can purchase. But the shooting effect will be general.

Note:

Feiyu MG-Lite has only two buttons; joystick for steering and function button for accomplishing all other available functions such as switch and adjust.

Wondlan SK03 Skywalker is a fully upgraded camera gimbal stabilizer which is exquisitely designed. This professional photography and videography equipment makes your shooting more professional. Without professional training you can record stable, smooth and inducible wonderful videos.

Frankie 3V camera stabilizer for less than 600 US are definitely the best choice. It can be easily combined with a vest and power arm.

15mm professional standard accessories rack, quick release plate comes with scale, high precision bearing, Balance main rod can be adjusted and extended very quickly, it can achieve higher shooting angle. It can also act as a small jib arm which is very easy and pragmatic.

Because Frankie 3V handheld camera Stabilizer is a bit longer in length while mounting heavier equipment; handle can be stretched to reduce the payload. It can also be used as a monopod, while in operational process and used to capture photo and record videos.

Note:

To get a stable video while taking a low angle shot and high angle shot during sports shooting, swinging time maybe more than 3-4 seconds. It is easier to control the angle of elevation and depression . Obviously, longer swinging time will increase the difficulty of handling.

The Sevenoak SK-W01 handheld camera stabilizer offers lightweight, agile, seamless shooting for today’s videographer. Designed in light and compact feature, the Sevenoak SK-W01 allows you to keep up with the action more easily than ever, and shooting almost at anywhere whatever go up and down steps, even indoors and outside.

Its quick-release mount lets you instantly swap camera connections between your stabilizer and any tripod. The unique precision adjustment screws and addable counterbalancing weight can be precisely adjusted to balance your camera.

Sevenoak SK-W01 is a compact, lightweight, and stable Camera Stabilizer. Uses balanced counterweight and gimbal to stabilize the camera to eliminate motion interference to the cameras in order to make the film smooth and get a more professional film.

Bearing for Beholder DS1 Camera Stabilizer is 2 Kilogram (Kg). Supports Canon 6D/5D/7D and relatively larger mirrorless such as A6300, A7R2, A7S+24-70/16-35, RX10DII, GH4+12-35, GH3+14-140 etc. cameras. It can be more widely used in the theater-class video, short film, feature films, documentaries and other types of video works.

Beholder LePai DS1 comes with MS1 5 direction joystick which can realize the top, bottom, left and right directions control of the lens as well as switch between modes functions.

DS1 still uses the universal 18650 battery holder, support all 18650 batteries available in the market, Sufficient Beholder original 18650 battery capacity, built-in Lithium protection circuit, use the full battery power in a single session, in low voltage state there will be automatic power off.

Note:

All new and old stabilizers support updates, recommend updating the latest firmware to optimize the stability.

Besides, stabilizers are small in size, lightweight, portable and very easy to operate. The lack of optical image stabilization in photography equipment and at the same time also provides the user a more diverse selection of shots for multiple scene , the presence of handheld camera stabilizer is well compensated by solving above mentioned problems faced in photography.

Should konw before shopping

A.Check the weight of your photography equipment, load bearing of the camera stabilizer.
Besides the weight of the photography equipment, the photographer also needs to bear the weight of the stabilizer while shooting. Under the same load, the photographer should consider the weight of the stabilizer.

B.Balance Adjustment Simplicity of Stabilizer
The balance of the stabilizer is adjusted by the lever principle.

C.Stabilizer Function
Most brand stabilizers have universal joints; the conversion of the lens frame requires two hands at the same time to switch the lens direction. A small number of other brands can change the lens direction of the lens with one hand, also small angle conversion.

In a word, the most popular product among consumers is Frankie 3V Handheld Camera Stabilizer. Frankie has 13 years of history in the research and development of stabilizers as well as the persistent pursuit of perfection. Launched in 2001, Asia’s first professional handheld stabilizer so far, Frankie has been persistent in innovation and has introduced a number of excellent stabilizers to the world. It left a deep impression on the consumers.

About Davide Shun

Davide Shun is the founder,editor in chief of ShootSearcher.com and a professional photographer based in hongkong for 4 years ,ShootSearcher.com is Davide’s first site. So Davide spend most of his time on this site. He mainly Responsible for selecting the article topics And formulate plans for the development of this site.